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2fifty Texas BBQ’s Fernando Gonzales Wins Top Honor at 2026 RAMMY Awards!

Thursday July 2, 2026

A massive “congratulations” to 2fifty Texas BBQ Pitmaster Fernando Gonzales who took home the top honor of “Restauranteur of the Year” at the 2026 RAMMY Awards presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) on Monday, June 29. This marks the second consecutive year that the independently owned, authentic Texas-style barbecue shop with locations at 414 K Street NW in Mount Vernon Triangle and Riverdale Park, MD has received a RAMMY after winning “Casual Restaurant of the Year” at last year’s awards.

Accepting the trophy from culinary icon Chef Carla Hall, Fernando delivered a personal message of perseverance, acceptance, and gratitude in his speech that you can watch in full on Instagram at @MVTCID. After, visit mvtrewards.com to claim 10% off your next order and plan to stop by 414 K Street NW Wednesdays through Mondays to try Fernando’s award-winning work for yourself!

Watch Fernando’s Acceptance Speech